Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C).
• Pat the 1.5 lb salmon filet dry with paper towels. Line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup and place the salmon on the prepared sheet.
• Zest 1 lemon and set the zest aside, then cut the zested lemon into wedges and set the wedges aside for serving.
• In a small bowl, combine 4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened), 4 garlic cloves (minced), 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped), and the lemon zest. Mix until evenly combined.
• Spread the butter mixture evenly over the top of the salmon.
• Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the internal temperature at the thickest part reaches 145°F (63°C).
• Remove the salmon from the oven and squeeze the reserved lemon wedges over the salmon before serving.